Hemantakhol - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Hemantakhol is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Charamal and around 62 km from Sambalpur. Bansajal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hemantakhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hemantakhol is 382327. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 768105 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Hemantakhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hemantakhol
According to the 2011 Census, Hemantakhol village had a total population of 113 people, including 55 males and 58 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.49%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 63.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 13 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Hemantakhol
Hemantakhol is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Hemantakhol
Public transport in the Hemantakhol is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Hemantakhol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Hemantakhol is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Hemantakhol is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hemantakhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hemantakhol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hemantakhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hemantakhol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hemantakhol
Where is Hemantakhol located?
Hemantakhol village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hemantakhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Hemantakhol is Bansajal.
What is the pincode of Hemantakhol?
The pincode of Hemantakhol is 768105.
What is the population of Hemantakhol?
Hemantakhol had a total population of 113, including 55 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Hemantakhol?
Hemantakhol had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hemantakhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hemantakhol was 74.49%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 63.27%.